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Kimura GlassKitchenToolKG-17

Both are Soprano wine glasses, but what exactly is the difference between the 12oz and 15oz?

When choosing wine glasses to place on the table, their heights appear similar from the outside, creating hesitation over which size to pick.

[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 소프라노 12oz 와인 (370ml)
[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 소프라노 15oz 와인 (480ml)
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Both glasses have the same height of 16.8cm, but their diameters and weights differ, so the 12oz holds 370ml and the 15oz holds 480ml.

This is a wine glass crafted from lead-free crystal with no added lead content. With a 370ml capacity featuring a convex bowl atop a short stem, it is well suited for comfortable use at the dining table.

Why this product

Selected considering a structure that is easy to handle in daily life and neat materials.

  1. 370ml wine glass

    The Soprano 12oz glass has a capacity of 370ml, making it good for serving wine generously.

  2. Short stem and convex bowl

    While similar to the Piccolo series, it features a short stem and a convex bowl, offering stability.

  3. Lead-free crystal material

    Crafted from lead-free crystal without added lead content, you can drink with peace of mind.

This is a glass made by shaping soda glass by hand. The concave waist makes it comfortable to hold and drink beverages. With a 155ml capacity, it is well suited for serving a glass of water or tea.

Why this product

We examined three points to see if it is a good glass for comfortable daily use.

  1. Created in designer collaboration

    Planned and made in collaboration with Yuko Watanabe to blend into everyday life.

  2. Handcrafted soda glass

    Crafted by refining soda glass material individually by hand.

  3. Check heat source restrictions

    Cannot be used in microwaves, dishwashers, or direct fire heat sources, so it must be hand-washed with soft utensils.

This is a 380ml champagne glass crafted by hand using kali crystal material. Measuring 5.6cm in diameter and 23cm in height, it weighs 85g. It is used for occasions where sparkling wine or champagne is poured and enjoyed.

Why this product

Why we chose this light, hand-crafted crystal champagne glass.

  1. Hand-crafted production method

    This is a handmade series crafted piece by piece through human hands rather than machines.

  2. Lightweight kali crystal

    Measuring 5.6cm in diameter and 23cm in height, it uses kali crystal material to remain at a weight of 85g.

  3. Gentle hand-washing care

    It cannot be used in dishwashers, ovens, or microwaves, so it should be cared for by cleaning with a soft sponge without abrasives.

Kimura GlassKitchenToolKG-11

The Soprano wine glass has a short stem and a round bowl; how is it different when actually using it?

Since it has a shorter stem and a rounder bowl than typical wine glasses, you may wonder if it is convenient to handle in daily life. Here is a summary of how the short stem and convex bowl serve practical purposes on the dining table and in usage environments.

[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 소프라노 15oz 와인 (480ml)
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The Kimura Glass Soprano wine glass is designed with a convex bowl that captures the beverage's flavor and a short stem that adds stability on the dining table.

This is a 320ml beverage glass made of soda glass. Featuring a rim that widens outward and a stem with a rounded curve, it is well suited for holding juice. Made through a machine process, it can be comfortably placed on the dining table for daily use.

Why this product

Why this was chosen as a beverage glass to comfortably place on the daily dining table.

  1. 320ml capacity

    It is a 320ml size suitable for holding juice or beverages generously to drink.

  2. Soda glass material

    Made of transparent soda glass, it is great for comfortable use at the everyday dining table.

  3. Machine-made process

    Made through a machine process, there may be subtle differences in the rim, stem lines, and finish for each product.

This is a 300ml glass made of transparent, lead-free crystal with no lead components. It measures 8.2cm in diameter and 7.5cm in height, with drawings of a cat and a beetle engraved on the surface. It is well-suited for everyday use, filled with cold beverages or water.

Why this product

It was chosen for featuring an artist's drawing on lightweight crystal material.

  1. Illustration by Ayase Sayaka

    Drawings of a cat and a beetle, drawn by painter and illustrator Ayase Sayaka, are captured on the surface.

  2. 300ml capacity and specifications

    It measures 8.2cm in diameter and 7.5cm in height, with a 300ml capacity that is good for holding a generous amount of beverage.

  3. Lightweight lead-free crystal material

    It uses lead-free crystal containing no lead components, and is lightweight at 105g.

This is a 330ml tumbler made of lead-free crystal with no added lead components. Measuring 7.5cm in diameter and 10.6cm in height, it features a structure where the circumference gently widens toward the top. It is used on the dining table as a glass for drinking water and various beverages.

Why this product

Chosen for its light crystal material and simple utility.

  1. Lead-Free Crystal Material

    Made of lead-free crystal with no added lead components. It is well-suited for comfortably holding everyday drinks.

  2. Light Weight of 81g

    Measuring 7.5cm in diameter and 10.6cm in height, it weighs 81g. Even when filled with a drink, it puts little strain on the wrist.

  3. Care with a Soft Sponge

    Avoid using a microwave or dishwasher, and care for it by wiping with a soft sponge without abrasive cleaners.

Kimura GlassKitchenToolKG-7

What kind of technology is the 'ultra-light machine manufacturing method' mentioned in the description?

When reading the description of Kimura Glass wine glasses, one encounters the information that machine manufacturing was applied even though they are as thin as handcrafted glasses. It makes one wonder how the process differs from ordinary machine-made glassware.

[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 피보 알로라 (280ml)
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It is a technique adopted by Kimura Glass, a production method that uses machines to precisely achieve a thin and light glass as if blown by human hands.

This is a 170ml whisky tasting glass made of soda glass. It features a stemmed structure with a short stem, narrowing in width toward the opening. Weighing a light 70g, it is used to examine the aroma and flavor of whisky.

Why this product

Selected for its structure suited to whisky tasting and its effortless, comfortable weight.

  1. An opening that narrows upward

    It is designed so that the circumference narrows as it rises toward the rim where your lips touch.

  2. Lightweight stemmed structure

    Crafted with a stemmed structure with a leg, it is lightweight with a total weight of 70g.

  3. Soda glass and 170ml capacity

    Crafted using soda glass material, it is sized to hold 170ml of whisky.

Kimura GlassKitchenToolKG-5

Why is it recommended to wipe glassware with the sommelier towel before it dries completely?

One might think glassware would be cleaner if wiped after drying completely following washing, but the towel's description recommends a semi-dry state, which can cause confusion about when to care for it.

[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 소믈리에 타올
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This is because Kimura Glass's sommelier towel neatly absorbs moisture without stains or dust when wiped while a faint trace of moisture still remains, rather than on completely dry glass.

Kimura GlassKitchenToolKG-4

Granada wine glasses vary in shape and capacity, so why is their overall height unified at 19cm?

Looking at the Granada series, although the bowl circumference and capacity differ for each glass, the overall height is indicated as 19cm. Since the shape differs from glass to glass, one naturally wonders about the reason for unifying the height into one and its practical usefulness.

[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 그라나다 16oz 와인 (590ml)
[기무라글라스] KIMURA GLASS 그라나다 21oz 보르도 (630ml)
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By unifying it to a single specification of 19cm, it helps create an orderly line when multiple glasses are placed side by side on the table and allows storage cabinet heights to be aligned consistently.